Handmade Artisanal Castile Soap Loaf

A large loaf of handmade Castile soap from cold-processed olive oil, cut into bars for toilet use, precisely fitting HTS 3401.11.10.00 for molded soap shapes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3401.20.00.00Same rate: 35%

If loaf contains synthetic surface-active agents

Non-soap detergents in bar form use different subheading.

2712.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If base includes mineral waxes mistaken for soap

Waxy mixtures are excluded and go to Chapter 27.

3404.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If processed with artificial waxes

Soap-wax mixtures fall under prepared waxes, not pure soap.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include artisan production records showing no animal fats for Castile verification

Label weight and cuts clearly to distinguish from unfinished soap stock

Comply with country-of-origin rules for handmade claims to avoid penalties